“I didn't threaten you with it," Karen sniffed. "I was just scared. I didn't want to give birth out of wedlock and watch our daughter grow up without the stability of a family.”
“You know what, let's just end this conversation. It won't—" Kris was still speaking when a soft, sweet, tiny voice cut him off.
“Daddy, why are you fighting with Mommy?"
Kris turned to find his daughter standing in the doorway, realizing they'd forgotten to close the door. He immediately went to her and dropped to his knees, feeling his chest swell with love as he cupped her small face in his hands.
“No, sweetie. Mommy and Daddy aren't fighting. We're just talking.”
“Tal...king?”
“Yes," Kris nodded with a smile, kissing her on the forehead.
His baby. His Tessa. His little bundle of joy. She was the best thi
